Madden '12 Thread

[PeteLFan]

Have the improved the damn defence? The pass was almost impossible to defend at times last year.

[Kipper is King]

I downloaded the demo last night. I pwn Pro difficulty, but I really get pwnd by All-Pro. I need something in-between.

[Hockeyguy15]

Just use the sliders when the real game comes out.

[Sainters7]

Originally Posted by PeteLFan

Have the improved the damn defence? The pass was almost impossible to defend at times last year.

Agreed, '11 is way too easy to score, and get scored on. Well it sounds like they've really improved zone D, so we'll see what effect that has on it.

It seems all the next gen versions of this game rotate between being impossible to score/move the ball (especially the run, which is what finally made me bail on Madden in '07), and being impossible to stop the O. I much prefer the way it is now with too much O than those snoozers in 07-08, but ideally the D needs to get stronger.

I swear '05 was the closest they ever came to having it perfect. Just the right mix of offence & defence.

[PeteLFan]

Originally Posted by Sainters7

Agreed, '11 is way too easy to score, and get scored on. Well it sounds like they've really improved zone D, so we'll see what effect that has on it.

It seems all the next gen versions of this game rotate between being impossible to score/move the ball (especially the run, which is what finally made me bail on Madden in '07), and being impossible to stop the O. I much prefer the way it is now with too much O than those snoozers in 07-08, but ideally the D needs to get stronger.

I swear '05 was the closest they ever came to having it perfect. Just the right mix of offence & defence.

Is that the one with Ray Lewis on the cover?

Cause that's the one it was realistic I could pass and run but I could be stopped and stop teams. I wasn't winning 50-49 shootouts either it was close games with realistic scores.

[Sainters7]

Originally Posted by PeteLFan

Is that the one with Ray Lewis on the cover?

Cause that's the one it was realistic I could pass and run but I could be stopped and stop teams. I wasn't winning 50-49 shootouts either it was close games with realistic scores.

Ya, its the Ray Lewis one. To date, probably my favourite Madden. That was the first time D made a big jump, but you could still actually score too (unlike Madden 07-08, with its 10-7 scores). Ya average scores were like 24-18, it was realistic.

[CaramonLS]

Originally Posted by Joborule

So I got my early copy of Madden 12 tonight (along with $25 Papa Johns gift card!) and just about to give it a go. I won't be able to really give my impressions or give answers to in depth questions until the 26th due to embargo. Nevertheless if you got any requests on what you want to know about the game post them in this thread and I'll post my response then.

What are the top 10 teams in the game (ranked) in team overall.

[Da_Chief]

What are these guys rated? and their potential. Thanks
Brandon Browner (CB, Sea)
Andy Fantuz (WR, Chi)
Tom Johnson (DT, NO)
Titus Ryan (WR, Dal)
John Chick (DE, Ind)
Cam Wake (DE, Mia)
Phillip Hunt (DE, Phi)

Btw, you're pre-order deal, did you order it through a US address?

[secol]

he's plugged in dude

[Diverce]

Originally Posted by Joborule

So I got my early copy of Madden 12 tonight (along with $25 Papa Johns gift card!) and just about to give it a go. I won't be able to really give my impressions or give answers to in depth questions until the 26th due to embargo. Nevertheless if you got any requests on what you want to know about the game post them in this thread and I'll post my response then.

Pizza party at Jobo's house!!!

[sfpipes]

Since I haven't purchased a Madden game since '09, I think this is the year I get back on board. But since Jobo opened up for questions, I just had a quick one. Have there been any changes to the create a player/team options. The options just haven't been the same since like '05. I love just playing around and creating some uniforms. More for my own amusement but still something I enjoy. Not a make or break feature for me, but fun anyway. Thanks.

[DropIt]

downloaded the demo the other day, and just like rube im going to get roped in again.

I have hopes for this one, but the last 4 or 4 were pretty bad and the Franchise modes sucked.

[Joborule]

Originally Posted by PeteLFan

Have the improved the damn defence? The pass was almost impossible to defend at times last year.

The pass defense has most defiantly been improved. I use the Broncos primarily, and looking for throws down the field is more challenging since the AI is better at coverage and the my protection isn't holding on too long often. Getting a lot more picks then touchdowns when forcing throws or lobbing it up into coverage.

Originally Posted by CaramonLS

What are the top 10 teams in the game (ranked) in team overall.

Based on latest roster update

1. Eagles, 93
2. Packers, 92
3. Patriots, 90
4. Steelers, 90
5. Falcons, 88
6. Jets, 87
7. Saints, 87
8. Chargers, 86
9. Ravens, 85
10. Colts, 85

Originally Posted by Da_Chief

What are these guys rated? and their potential. Thanks
Brandon Browner (CB, Sea)
Andy Fantuz (WR, Chi)
Tom Johnson (DT, NO)
Titus Ryan (WR, Dal)
John Chick (DE, Ind)
Cam Wake (DE, Mia)
Phillip Hunt (DE, Phi)

Cameron Wake (Overall: 89, Potential: A) and John Chick (Overall: 56, Potential: D) are the only ones in the game currently.

[Sainters7]

Originally Posted by DropIt

downloaded the demo the other day, and just like rube im going to get roped in again.

I have hopes for this one, but the last 4 or 4 were pretty bad and the Franchise modes sucked.

One thing I liked about the last franchise mode is the draft, how there's legit late round gems to be found, as well as projected top 10 & 1st round busts. Makes in-season scouting all the more important.

It could definitely use some tinkering (like when you actually land a gem ranked in the 80's in the 3rd round or lower, not having said player demand top 10 cash for his rookie contract), but its a cool newer feature.

[Nehkara]

Fairly middling reviews for Madden '12.

Game Rankings has it at 80%.

Gamespot gave it 7.5/10.

[rubecube]

Originally Posted by DropIt

downloaded the demo the other day, and just like rube im going to get roped in again.

I have hopes for this one, but the last 4 or 4 were pretty bad and the Franchise modes sucked.

I actually didn't mind the demo. All I really care about is Franchise Mode. Owner mode in '04 and '05 were incredible, and if it comes close to those I'll be very happy. I was even worse this year for getting roped in. Took in Madden '11 and NHL '11 about a month ago and got $25 credit towards pre-ordering Madden '12.

[saskflames69]

Originally Posted by Sainters7

Ya, its the Ray Lewis one. To date, probably my favourite Madden. That was the first time D made a big jump, but you could still actually score too (unlike Madden 07-08, with its 10-7 scores). Ya average scores were like 24-18, it was realistic.

What are you talking about? In madden 08 I'd run over teams 45-6! Of course I was always the patriots

[iggnuef]

So I picked it up last night. Fairly impressed so far, except I play my 1st game against the Bears and go into OT. The commentators are talking about the new OT rules about the team with possession and if they kick a feild goal the other team gets a possession to try and tie it up or win it with a TD. Well the Beras drive and kick a FG....then the game ends and I don't get a chance. WTF?!?! They obviously gotta fix that with the 1st update.

[rubecube]

Originally Posted by iggnuef

So I picked it up last night. Fairly impressed so far, except I play my 1st game against the Bears and go into OT. The commentators are talking about the new OT rules about the team with possession and if they kick a feild goal the other team gets a possession to try and tie it up or win it with a TD. Well the Beras drive and kick a FG....then the game ends and I don't get a chance. WTF?!?! They obviously gotta fix that with the 1st update.

The new OT rules only apply to playoff games. Regular season games are still sudden death. Need a patch for the commentators more than anything. Picking up my copy tonight, but a little disappointed with some of the reviews I'm seeing.

[PeteLFan]

I liked it so far as well. Its harder to score and just chuck it down field, I attempted 66 passes coming from behind still lost 28-21.

The only part which is annoying is how the CPU gets pressure on the QB as soon as the ball is snapped.